Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa > São Vicente de Fora
The Lisbon Military Museum is located in Largo dos Caminhos de Ferro, opposite Santa Apolónia Station, in Lisbon.
It is the largest military museum in Portugal and one of the oldest in the city, with a rich historical heritage. Since 1963, it has been classified as a Property of Public Interest.
Founded in 1842 in the Royal Army Arsenal to preserve war material. In 1851, it was officially designated the Artillery Museum, and in 1926 it received its current name.
The museum has a vast collection of weapons, uniforms, and historical military documents. Highlights include the bronze artillery pieces, one of the most complete worldwide.
, Tilework: Tile panels from the 18th to the 20th centuries that illustrate important events in national history, created by artists such as José Estêvão Cancela and Gustavo Bordalo Pinheiro.
, Painting: Works by renowned Portuguese artists such as José Malhoa and Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro.
, Sculpture: Pieces by Delfim Maya and Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro.
The museum has 33 exhibition areas, including:
, Vasco da Gama Room: Displays antique cannons and murals about the discovery of the sea route to India.
, World War I Room: Dedicated to the First World War.
, Cannons Courtyard: Presents the history of Portugal through 26 tile panels.
, Plaster Room: Shows molds for important statues, such as that of D. José I.
The museum's cellars have been used for temporary exhibitions and cultural events since 1998.
In June 2022, the museum was distinguished with the degree of Honorary Member of the Military Order of Sant'Iago da Espada.
The museum offers a rich historical experience with around 26,000 pieces on display, including miniatures and unique historical objects.
Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Museu_Militar_de_Lisboa
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.71334061769412,-9.123985163565731
Coordinates DMS: 38°42'48.0"N 09°07'26.3"W
